2024 Map of Pleasant Lake

About this map

The glacial prairie landscape of the Pierce Co Benson Co border is defined by an extensive network of wetlands and conservation lands. The Benson County Waterfowl Production Area and Pierce County Waterfowl Production Area dominate the geography, preserving the critical pothole lakes that characterize this region. Large water bodies such as Pleasant Lake, Broken Bone Lake, and Horseshoe Lake are central features, surrounded by a grid of rural routes including Oak Lane Rd and Co Rd 0305. The terrain is generally level, punctuated by subtle elevations like Broken Bone Hill near Mud Lake. This modern survey illustrates the contemporary balance between agricultural land divisions and large-scale federal and county conservation efforts focused on protecting North Dakota's migratory bird habitats.